Tambo Cóndor Bird Lodge Area

High Andes Montane Forests and Páramo

Google Earth Elevation 11,559' (3,523 m)

Origin & Stewardship

Founded by Vladimir Ushiña and Verónica Amoguimba, who chose to rewild their ancestral huasipungo land rather than continue traditional clearing. Their family‑run lodge partners with Reforest Ecuador and local NGOs to restore páramo habitat and inspire community conservation through education and an upcoming interpretive center.

📍ABOUT THE AREA

Alambi Reserve is

🌿HABITAT & ATMOSPHERE

Alambi sits

📸BEST PHOTO LOCATIONS WITHIN THE RESERVE

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🐦‍⬛KEY SPECIES AND HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THEM

Hummingbirds

🌤️ LIGHT & WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS

Morning (6:00–9:00)

PICHINCHA

eBird Hotspot Link: Tambo Condor Bird Lodge

Species: 162

Checklists: 3460

Projected Time at Site: Moderate (≈ 2 hrs.)

Perched on the windswept slopes of the Antisana Volcano, Tambo Condor Bird Lodge offers a breathtaking gateway to Ecuador’s highland páramo ecosystem. The garden is a rugged yet enchanting mix of native shrubs, high-altitude grasses, and flowering plants that thrive in the cool, misty air. Hummingbird feeders dot the property, attracting species like the Giant Hummingbird, Black-tailed Trainbearer, and Sparkling Violetear. From the lodge’s cozy balconies and viewing platforms, guests can scan the cliffs for soaring Andean Condors or admire the delicate dance of hummingbirds among the blooms. The garden’s design blends seamlessly with the natural terrain, offering a peaceful retreat that feels both wild and welcoming.

Surrounding the lodge, the expansive páramo landscape unfolds in dramatic fashion—lava fields, glacial lakes, and rolling hills carpeted in golden grasses. Just minutes from the entrance to Antisana National Park, Tambo Condor provides access to one of Ecuador’s richest wildlife corridors. Spectacled bears, Andean foxes, and a wide array of birdlife roam these lands, and guided hikes reveal hidden trails, ancient water sources, and panoramic views of snow-capped peaks. Whether you're photographing condors at dawn or savoring a bowl of locro de papas in the lodge’s rustic restaurant, Tambo Condor offers a rare blend of ecological immersion and cultural hospitality.